The United States-India Educational Foundation (USIEF) is now accepting applications for Fulbright-Nehru awards for the academic year 2013-14.
The deadline for applications is July 16, Mr Adam J. Grotsky, Executive Director, USIEF, told newspersons here on Monday.
There are about 150 grants which will be given to scholars, professors and researchers in various disciplines.
“There is great diversity in the grants. Applicants preferring to work in areas such as public health and agricultural sciences are especially welcome,” Mr Grotsky said.
USIEF was in favour of more US professors visiting India under the programme, he added.
Hyderabad is important for USIEF in view of the presence of institutions like the University of Hyderabad, Indian School of Business and Osmania University, he added.
ORIENTATION
The USIEF is also organising a three-day orientation programme for the Indian recipients of Fulbright-Nehru and other Fulbright fellowships for 2012-13 here.
About 131 participants are being briefed on the academic, social and cultural aspects of life in the US and their roles and responsibilities as Fulbright-Nehru scholars.
“This orientation is the first step in a Fulbrighter's journey to the US,” Mr Grotsky said.